If you have been
the victim of crime,
you should know:
You have rights.
You can get help.
You can work
for positive change.
Call the NM Victims' Rights Project today.
(505) 292.2838
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Victim Resources
The NM Victims' Rights Project strives to raise awareness of victims' rights by providing
educational materials to victims, communities and the agencies entrusted to provide victims'
rights. If you have suggestions for additional victim resources, please
email us with your suggestion.
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The Victims of Crime Act entitles all victims of crime to certain legal and
financial rights. Read an overview of your rights in the criminal justice system.
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If you or someone you know has been a victim of crime, help is available in
your local area. Find out what services are available!
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The NM Constitution was amended in 1992 to protect the rights of crime victims. Read the
law and demand your rights!
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The New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission (CVRC) provides financial assistance to victims
of violent crime. If you have incurred expenses related to a crime committed against you, you may
be entitled to financial reparation.
Download the compensation form (requires Adobe Reader):
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The Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) was established by the 1984 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) to oversee
diverse programs that benefit victims of crime. OVC provides a wide-range of publications designed to
assist crime victims in finding the financial, emotional and physical resources they need. To download
these documents, you will need a copy of Adobe Reader.
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